Baby Reindeer has been the biggest television hit of the year. And with 11 Emmy nominations, it was an excuse for lead stars Richard Gadd and Jessica Gunning to party with the stars on Saturday, ahead of the glitzy awards do.
The Netflix series is a semi-autobiographical comedy drama and tells the story of standup comedian Donny Dunn who is harassed and stalked by Martha.
Donny is sent 41,000-plus emails by Martha who also bombards him with texts and calls. Traumatic scenes of sexual assault and drug taking are also included in the show.
The show’s creator, Richard, 35, has been very open about his harrowing experience, and so whilst looking dapper in an all black ensemble at the MPTF’s 18th Annual Evening Before the Emmys at Century Park bash, he also wore a white ‘We Are Survivors’ badge that was sewn on the lapel of his jacket.
The Scottish writer is an ambassador for the charity, which supports males affected by rape, sexual abuse and exploitation.
Baby Reindeer stars Richard Gadd and Jessica Gunning attended the MPTF’s 18th Annual Evening ahead of the Emmys on Saturday night
The show’s creator Richard also grabbed Co-Chair Jon Hamm for a picture as he enjoyed the night at Century Park
Brett Goldstein who is best known for his role as Roy Kent in the Apple TV sports comedy, Ted Lasso seemed please to see Jessica
The show is up for 11 Emmys so the lead stars were out partying with the rich and famous ahead of the glitzy awards do and were spotted posing for pictures with American actors Brie Larson (second in from the right) and Dakota Fanning (far right)
Next to him, Jessica, 38, beamed for the camera in a black lace dress and wore her dark locks in a loose curls.
Later in the night, the pair were spotted hanging out with Brie Larson and Dakota Fanning.
Captain Marvel star Brie stunned in a canary yellow dress which bore spaghetti straps and a bow.
She styled her blonde locks into a chic wave which she let hang over one shoulder and let her dress do the talking, opting for minimal accessories.
Dakota kept things simple in a black floor length gown with lace panelling and a sheer skirt.
The slim fitting dress complemented Dakota’s gorgeous figure and she turned to the side to give a view of all angles.
The American actress was joined by Fleabag’s Andrew Scott who looked dashing in a polka dot shirt, which he’d left undone at the top.
Dakota was also spotted on deep conversation with British actress Naomi Watts who dazzled in a long-sleeved sequin skirt and crew neck top.
She opted for a natural look complete with blush for her makeup and wore her blonde hair in a stylish bob.
Meanwhile, Jamie Lee Curtis looked typically smart in a crisp white suit and black shoes as she posed with her arm hand Brie.
Naomi has been nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series following her role as socialite Babe Paley in Feud: Capote v The Swans.
Jamie recently won Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards for her role on FX hit The Bear.
Also in attendance at the glitzy event was Dominic West and Olivia Williams. Dominic looked sharp in a smart suit and crisp white shirt, whilst Olivia kept things very casual in a pair of jeans and black vest top with lace detailing.
Selma Blair, stole the show as she was accompanied by her adorable dog Scout, adding a personal touch to the festivities.
Showcasing her blonde locks, Selma looked sensational in a beige knitted top and maxi skirt.
She upped the glamour with some gold chunky necklaces and a smokey eye, but opted for the best accessory in her furry companion.
Dakota was joined by Fleabag’s Andrew Scott who looked dashing in a polka dot shirt, whilst she kept things simple in a black floor length gown with lace panelling and a sheer skirt
Dakota was also spotted on deep conversation with British actress Naomi Watts who dazzled in a long-sleeved sequin skirt and crew neck top
Jamie Lee Curtis looked typically smart in a crisp white suit and black shoes as she posed with her arm hand Captain Marvel star, Brie Larson who stunned in canary yellow
Also in attendance at the glitzy event was Dominic West and Olivia Williams who kept things very casual in a pair of jeans and black vest top with lace detailing
Selma Blair, stole the show as she was accompanied by her adorable dog Scout, adding a personal touch to the festivities
The 76th annual Primetime Emmy Awards is set to honour the best of television at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, California on Sunday, September 15.
The ceremony will be hosted by Eugene Levy and Dan Levy, who are making history as the first father-son duo to emcee the program.
In 2020, the actors took home their own respective Emmy Awards for their work on their hit series, Schitt’s Creek, which they created and starred in for six seasons.
‘For two Canadians who won our Emmys in a literal quarantine tent, the idea of being asked to host this year in an actual theatre was incentive enough,’ they said in a statement to Vanity Fair, last month, while confirming their hosting gig.
The pair continued: ‘We’re thrilled to be able to raise a glass to this extraordinary season of television and can’t wait to spend the evening with you all.’
The Bear set a new record for nominations in a single year in the Comedy category with 23 (previously held by 30 Rock with 22 nominations in 2009), and Shōgun lead this year’s Drama category with 25 nominations.
The Bear’s Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, Jennifer Aniston, Selena Gomez, Jon Hamm and Quinta Brunson are among the nominees that are vying for some the evening’s top prizes.
The Bear, left, and Shogun, right, received the most Emmy Awards nominations this year
Abbott Elementary costars Sheryl Lee Ralph, left, and Quinta Brunson, right, both received nods
Jennifer Aniston, pictured, and Reese Witherspoon are nominated in the same category for The Morning Show
This marks Gomez’s first nomination in the lead actress category for her role as Mabel Mora in Only Murders in the Building.
Following the news, she told her followers that she felt ‘honoured and insanely grateful’ for the recognition.
Kristen Wiig is nominated for best actress in a comedy series for Apple TV+’s Palm Royale and best guest actress for a comedy series for hosting Saturday Night Live.
‘What the,’ Wiig said in a statement, obtained by E! News. ‘Still in shock over here! I’m so happy for everyone that worked so hard on Palm Royale and SNL! And for all my fellow nominees!! Everyone at Apple, Lorne Michaels and the casts, writers, and crews!!! I can’t believe this.’
Nominations for Outstanding Comedy Series went to Abbott Elementary, The Bear, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Hacks, Only Murders In The Building, Palm Royale, Reservation Dogs, and What We Do In The Shadows.
Aniston’s Morning Show costar Jon Hamm was nominated for his work on Fargo in the category Outstanding Lead Actor In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie
From left, Selena Gomez, Martin Short and Steve Martin in Only Murders in the Building. They were all Emmy nominated
Sofia Vergara, left, was nominated for her role as a drug lord in Griselda and Jean Smart, right, was recognized for her work on Hacks
Baby Reindeer, Fargo, Lessons In Chemistry, Ripley, True Detective were nominated for Outstanding Limited Anthology Series or Movie.
For Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Anthology Series or Movie the nominations were: Jodie Foster for True Detective, Brie Larson in Lessons in Chemistry, Juno Temple in Fargo, Sofia Vergara for Griselda and Naomi Watts for Feud.
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie went to Matt Bomer for Fellow Travelers, Richard Gadd for Baby Reindeer, Jon Hamm for Fargo, Tom Hollander for Feud, and Andrew Scott for Ripley.
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series went to Jennifer Aniston for The Morning Show, Carrie Coon for The Gilded Age, Maya Erskine for Mr and Mrs Smith, Ana Sawai for Shogun, Imelda Stanton The Crown, and Reese Witherspoon for The Morning Show.
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Comedy Series went to Quinta Brunson for Abbott Elementary, Ayo Edebiri for The Bear, Selena Gomez for Only Murders In The Building, Maya Rudolph for Loot, Jean Smart for hacks and Kristen Wiig for Palm Royale.
The nominees for Outstanding Reality Competition Program went to Amazing Race, RuPaul Drag Race, Top Chef, The Traitors and The Voice.
Eugene Levy and Dan Levy are making history as the first father-son duo to co-host the show; seen in 2020
This year’s ceremony will take be held less than a year after the 75th edition of the show
This year’s ceremony will take be held less than a year after the 75th edition of the show.
It took place this past January after being moved back from its intended September 2023 date due to the writers and actors strikes.
Emmy Award winners Jesse Collins and Dionne Harmon along with Emmy-nominated Jeannae Rouzan-Clay of Jesse Collins Entertainment are set to return as executive producers of the 76th Emmy Awards.
This marks their second consecutive year as producers of television’s biggest night.
The 2024 Emmys ceremony airs live on Sunday, Sept. 15, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.
It will also be available to stream the next day on Hulu.